1) Shaft- Visible from outside of scalp, provides warmth and secrets oily substance called sebum.
2) Root- keeps the hair "stuck" to your head
3) Follicle- constantly producing and removing hair. Helps regulate body temp and keeps skin moist.
4) Arrector pili muscle-mussel that connects hair follicle to the dermis
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Parts of hair and functions:
1) Shaft- Visible from outside of scalp, provides warmth and secrets oily substance called sebum.
2) Root- keeps the hair "stuck" to your head
3) Follicle- constantly producing and removing hair. Helps regulate body temp and keeps skin moist.
4) Arrector pili muscle-mussel that connects hair follicle to the dermis